Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School
103%
Capacity
248
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Nottingham community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 248 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (103% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Luisa Maylard-Mason, it falls under Nottingham local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2633rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 10th out of 72 in Nottingham.
Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 49 applications for 30 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 30 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School include Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cross Country, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Eco Club, Choir, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Nottingham, Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School is one of the options available in the East Midlands region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Listowel Crescent, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG11 9BH |
| Headteacher | Luisa Maylard-Mason |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Number of Pupils | 248 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.6% |
| School Capacity | 248 / 240 (103% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2633rd of 13,686
Nationally
227th of 1,353
In East Midlands
10th of 72
In Nottingham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
75%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
49
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
30 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blessed Robert Widmerpool Catholic Primary and Nursery School
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Contact Information
Listowel Crescent, Nottingham
Nottingham, NG11 9BH
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